BMWNA to Donate $1 Million for Hurricane Sandy Relief - Page 3 - BMW 3-Series (E90 E92) Forum

M ETT · 11-03-2012, 10:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Rickster311

It's truly a disappointment to see so many members here unhappy with a million dollar donation. While damage is in the billions, it's incredible that BMW and MB donated a million each to the RED CROSS.

another thing to take into consideration, a million wont bring a building back that was ruined, but that child, mother, and father that now have clean water and food which that "only one million" donation funded, will appreciate EACH AND EVERY PENNY.

Before we point the finger saying "they could have done more" ask yourself, "did I do anything to help those affected by Sandy?"

^this

red-sauerkraut · 11-03-2012, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Grizzles

I wonder how much Trump is donating? 5 Mil?

Not unless you are Obama and you plan on giving up more proof that you have the right to be Prez.

Booster · 11-03-2012, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by antzcrashing

That's awesome BMW.

To all those saying its not enough... how much are you donating....

Dan Parker · 11-03-2012, 02:39 PM

Nice gesture but how about covering the warranty on my car as well? I'm in need.

mrow · 11-03-2012, 02:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Bubajay

Well just for comparison, Dwyane Wade is donating his salary from tonight's game to the relief effort. He makes $210,000 a game. I think for a big time athlete like him, he could've easily donated $1mil, but $210,000 is pretty generous from one person, contrary to other celebrity donations. However, how can a company as big as BMW "only" donate $1mil? That's a cheap publicity gesture. The BMW brand gets more support from public, and they don't even see a dent in the wallet. I'm not saying they HAVE to see a dent in their wallet because at the end of the day they are donating, but how much can $1mil honestly do? SMH

I've got to agree, especially considering the US market is the one bright spot in BMW sales lately. China sales are contracting and Europe is even worse. We're basically keeping their growth going so I don't think it's unreasonable to think they could have given a little more.

CORSA9 · 11-03-2012, 03:01 PM

It is a great thing that BMWNA donated $1 million. Its not like they have a surplus of funds like some other company and not donate anything. These companies that don't help and have more money than the US deficit should be ashamed of themselves.

BMWNA

Placey · 11-03-2012, 03:07 PM

After having to be shut down themselves for at least a week, they go ahead and give 1MIL to help. I truely commend them for this and this shows how great of a company it is.

The company headquarters is based out of Woodcliff Lake, NJ....

Northeastern port is based out of Port Jersey (Jersey City)

Theres the Baltimore port and DC offices

Theres the BMW/MINI of Manhattan store (owned by BMWNA)

All these locations were affected by this superstorm. The New Jersey locations were still shut down as of friday.... and some of you are complaining that the 1MIL isnt enough...

This storm definately affected the company financially, and still, it makes sure to give 1MIL to the victims, and i'm pretty sure its just a start as the company has a history of helping out in events that havent even occurred in its own backyard....

Rolitto · 11-03-2012, 03:09 PM

Such a great and noble act from BMW. Those who are criticizing, I tell them: "go ahead and donate $1 U.S. before you criticize."

Mr. ///M3 RD · 11-03-2012, 03:54 PM

Thank you BMWNA!

AbuArije5 · 11-03-2012, 04:48 PM

Only 1 million they should of donated 1 trillion man bmw is so cheap

335ikiid · 11-03-2012, 05:51 PM

thats nice

bimmerjph · 11-04-2012, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by pbw

Good for BMW -how many other car manufacturers have donated so far? Every $ counts.

+1

JJFESQ · 11-04-2012, 01:50 AM

Good Job Bmwna

roadmax · 11-04-2012, 03:18 AM

A big thank you to BMW for this donation.

antzcrashing · 11-04-2012, 10:07 AM

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Originally Posted by BMWBoss

I think it's pathetic and frankly disgusting that so many members thing $1 MM "isn't enough". Are you kidding me?? You guys all sound so ungrateful. I live in NJ and see first hand the damage the hurricane caused, and I can truly say $1MM will go an incredibly long way. BMW didn't have to give anything, and the fact they did is truly generous (regardless whether it lowers their taxable income and gives them positive publicity). All the people in the forum bashing BMW's donation, I'd like to know how many of you donated?

As a NJ resident I'd like to say THANK YOU BMW!! The money will certainly go a long way, and help us get back to normal.

+1

Li Chang · 11-04-2012, 04:38 PM

Wow BMW is sooo generous

red-sauerkraut · 11-04-2012, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Li Chang

Wow BMW is sooo generous

Considering they did not have to give a dime, I'd say you are correct.

**Noah@CamberToe** · 11-04-2012, 09:17 PM

There's so much destruction that any amount of money helps and a mill can provide many people with food, water, blankets, temporary shelters. Any person or organization should be commended for donations. 1 dollar or a million it all helps. Being from Long Island I would just like to thank BMWNA

advans · 11-04-2012, 10:51 PM

BMW $1///M

Ghetto2315 · 11-05-2012, 10:38 AM

I'm honored to be part of the BMW team and that corporate decided to donate. As a resident of one of the hardest hit places on the Jersey Shore, I am thankful for any amount given. I work my butt off for BMW. Thank you for giving back!

wayman519 · 11-05-2012, 11:26 AM

did anybody else donate more ?

edit: http://www.inautonews.com/toyota-and...s#.UJfo6KU1bFI

BMW and Toyota are the only car companies to donate $1M, everyone else was less.

GM should have donated $1 Billion, seeing as how they took it from the government.

neilol · 11-05-2012, 01:10 PM

The pic at the top is right outside my apt, I have a similar one on my phone. Just got power back.

11-03-2012, 02:39 PM	#48
Dan Parker Major Drives: 2012 Golf R Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 1,366 iTrader: (0)	Nice gesture but how about covering the warranty on my car as well? I'm in need. __________________ Dan Parker

11-03-2012, 03:54 PM	#53
Mr. ///M3 RD Major General Drives: M3 Summer & C350 4MATIC Winter Join Date: May 2010 Location: GTA, Ontario - Canada Posts: 7,572 iTrader: (0) Garage List 2011 M3 Coupe e92 [3.00] 2011 Benz 350 4MATIC [1.00] 1969 Restored Merce ... [0.00] 1987 BMW 535is [0.50] Cars from the Past [1.50] The ///M3 Engine S65 [3.50]	Thank you BMWNA! __________________ Cheers, Rolf-Dieter Life will take us to some interesting places, fortunately The ///M3 will too with a many of us know this very well ---> Click here for some good stuff I found

11-03-2012, 05:51 PM	#55
335ikiid daygo. Drives: E90 335i. Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: cali. Posts: 425 iTrader: (0)	thats nice __________________ REMUS/AR CATLESS/LS3 SPECTRUM/ COBB/CYBA AIR SCOOPS/SONIC TUNING CARBON FIBER CSL TRUNK

11-04-2012, 01:50 AM	#57
JJFESQ Big Poppa Drives: E93 335i Join Date: May 2012 Location: Long Island Posts: 139 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2009 E93 335i [1.00] 2009 X5 3.0 [0.00]	Good Job Bmwna __________________ E93 335i 2009 Black Sapphire / Cream E70. 3.0 2009 White/Black Past: 2008 X5 4.8. 2007 530i. 2002 325ci coupe

11-04-2012, 10:51 PM	#63
advans Advansolosis Drives: ///M+////AMG Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: NYC Posts: 1,000 iTrader: (1)	BMW $1///M __________________ 2011///M3_ZCP: 2009_550i_MSport_daily_driver

11-03-2012, 03:01 PM	#50
CORSA9 Uber Drives: 2013 E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: around somewhere Posts: 46 iTrader: (1)	It is a great thing that BMWNA donated $1 million. Its not like they have a surplus of funds like some other company and not donate anything. These companies that don't help and have more money than the US deficit should be ashamed of themselves. BMWNA

11-03-2012, 03:07 PM	#51
Placey First Lieutenant Drives: 08 Z4 3.0SI Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Upstate New York Posts: 366 iTrader: (1)	After having to be shut down themselves for at least a week, they go ahead and give 1MIL to help. I truely commend them for this and this shows how great of a company it is. The company headquarters is based out of Woodcliff Lake, NJ.... Northeastern port is based out of Port Jersey (Jersey City) Theres the Baltimore port and DC offices Theres the BMW/MINI of Manhattan store (owned by BMWNA) All these locations were affected by this superstorm. The New Jersey locations were still shut down as of friday.... and some of you are complaining that the 1MIL isnt enough... This storm definately affected the company financially, and still, it makes sure to give 1MIL to the victims, and i'm pretty sure its just a start as the company has a history of helping out in events that havent even occurred in its own backyard....

11-03-2012, 03:09 PM	#52
Rolitto Second Lieutenant Drives: BMW Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Beirut and Canada Posts: 238 iTrader: (0)	Such a great and noble act from BMW. Those who are criticizing, I tell them: "go ahead and donate $1 U.S. before you criticize."

11-03-2012, 04:48 PM	#54
AbuArije5 Second Lieutenant Drives: Non Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: New York Posts: 252 iTrader: (0)	Only 1 million they should of donated 1 trillion man bmw is so cheap

11-04-2012, 03:18 AM	#58
roadmax Private First Class Drives: M3 Coupe Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: USA Posts: 101 iTrader: (2)	A big thank you to BMW for this donation.

11-04-2012, 04:38 PM	#60
Li Chang Banned Drives: Infiniti Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: LA Posts: 3 iTrader: (0)	Wow BMW is sooo generous

11-04-2012, 09:17 PM	#62
Noah@CamberToe Drives: 2009 335 X Drive Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: long island Posts: 698 iTrader: (6)	There's so much destruction that any amount of money helps and a mill can provide many people with food, water, blankets, temporary shelters. Any person or organization should be commended for donations. 1 dollar or a million it all helps. Being from Long Island I would just like to thank BMWNA

11-05-2012, 10:38 AM	#64
Ghetto2315 Captain Drives: Like I Stole It... Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Jersey Shore Posts: 757 iTrader: (1) Garage List 2012 BMW M3 E92 [3.20] 2010 GENESIS COUPE ... [5.00] 2001 JEEP WRANGLER ... [5.00]	I'm honored to be part of the BMW team and that corporate decided to donate. As a resident of one of the hardest hit places on the Jersey Shore, I am thankful for any amount given. I work my butt off for BMW. Thank you for giving back!

11-05-2012, 11:26 AM	#65
wayman519 Private First Class Drives: F30 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Canada Posts: 178 iTrader: (0)	did anybody else donate more ? edit: http://www.inautonews.com/toyota-and...s#.UJfo6KU1bFI BMW and Toyota are the only car companies to donate $1M, everyone else was less. GM should have donated $1 Billion, seeing as how they took it from the government. Last edited by wayman519; 11-05-2012 at 11:31 AM.

11-05-2012, 01:10 PM	#66
neilol New Member Drives: 135i Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 21 iTrader: (0)	The pic at the top is right outside my apt, I have a similar one on my phone. Just got power back.

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